1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2001 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick LeSabre (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 725 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Buick LeSabre is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Ignis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Buick LeSabre (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick LeSabre | 2001 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | LeSabre | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |
